Nicknamed the ‘ Brazilian Venice’ because of its numerous canals and waterways, Recife is a major gateway on the north-eastern coast and the capital of the state of Pernambuco. This lively city is famous for its beaches, food, and Afro-Brazilian culture and is full of diversion for residents and tourists. On board a Catamaran we will visit the city along the Capibaribe River. Your tour includes a visit to the Cachaçaria Carvalheira Factory, where the cachaça (sugar cane rum) is aged in oak barrels. You will learn about the production process of this distilled beverage, sugar and its derivatives; as well as how to make the famous caipirinha (tasting included).